I spend 2-3 hours daily with my Mom at her dementia facility. I often get a lump in my throat and tears start to flow, especially when we're singing together at the sing-along. I try thinking about something happy like puppies or babies but it's still too emotional. I need a trick to distract my brain to turn off the tears in these situations. Like during dental torture yesterday, I went to my happy place in my mind on a warm sunny beach. Anyone have a suggestion for something unemotional to focus on? Thank you.
I'm so sorry to hear how you are feeling. I know its hard to see your mom in dementia facility. Its not easy to see our once independent parents in this condition. I know you miss your mom the way she was. And you are trying so hard to cope by going to your happy place.
gladimhere, has made a lot of kind and gentle suggestions. I know its not easy. Its going to take some time to adjust to this new phase in your mother's life. Thinking of you. Sending you love and hugs.
gladimhere said it all and I have nothing to add.